You just bought a new camera, or have one in a closet you bought several years ago but never learned how to shoot in anything but auto mode. Trust me, I was there. That was me for the first couple years. I was afraid to take it off auto mode when I took photography trips because I didn’t want to come home with blurry pictures. If this is you, let me help. I offer training for beginner photographers, regardless of your style of photography. Look at the options below and reach out with a phone call for a free consultation to get you started on a fulfilling and exciting journey to great photos.
Virtual Training For Beginners
My virtual training services are tailored to unlock your photographic potential and steer you towards success. Partner with me, and together we’ll turn great photos from the field into beautiful images you’ll be proud to share.
Virtual training includes:
- Learning Your Camera Settings
- Finding your Style
- Exposure, Aperture and Shutter Speeds
- Editing with Lightroom or whatever editing software you currently use.
Cost: $50 for two hour session including two follow-up phone consultations.
In the field Training (Michigan)
I believe that the best way to master photography is to practice in the field shooting what you want to shoot, not in a classroom or watching Youtube Videos. My training programs are designed to elevate your photographic skills, boost confidence, and foster innovation through practice I will travel to wherever you need depending on the type of photography you wish to improve and includes the following;
- Review of Camera Settings
- Composition
- Aperture vs shutter speeds and how they affect your overall shot.
Cost $100 for a half day “on site” workshop with two follow up phone consultations. If two or more people attend, each students cost will be $75 each.
Michigan travel is expected to be 50 miles or less. If more than 50 miles, I charge 50 cents per mile.
Cost $75 for second separate session, if requested.
I am committed to helping you achieve your photographic best.
Rich Pomeroy
Monthly lessons for all skill levels
Composition
Photographic composition is a fundamental aspect of creating compelling and impactful images. It involves arranging the elements within a scene in a way that is visually appealing and effectively communicates the photographer’s intended message. Some key elements of composition in photography include:
- Rule of Thirds: This guideline involves dividing the frame into thirds both horizontally and vertically, and placing key elements along these lines or at their intersections.
- Leading Lines: Using lines within the scene to lead the viewer’s eye to the main subject, creating a sense of depth and guiding visual exploration of the image.
- Symmetry and Patterns: Utilizing symmetrical elements or repeating patterns to create visually engaging compositions.
- Depth: Incorporating elements in the foreground, midground, and background to add depth and dimension to the photograph.
- Balance: Achieving visual balance within the frame through the distribution of visual weight, ensuring that the image feels stable and harmonious.
- Frame within a Frame: Using elements within the scene to frame the main subject, drawing attention to it and creating a sense of depth.
These elements, among others, contribute to creating well-composed and visually captivating photographs.
